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For Most, Cycling is Safe for Sexual Health

Cycling is a terrific way to get around town and stay in shape. But is it safe for sexual health? 

In the past, experts have raised concerns about bike saddles and handlebar positions, believing that too much genital pressure while sitting could cause sexual problems. 

But new research might put some of these fears to rest. A recent study found that female cyclists were no more likely to have sexual or urinary problems than female runners or swimmers. 

However, urinary tract infections, genital numbness, and saddle sores were more common among the cyclists.

While this may be good news, it's still important to cycle smart. Our latest blog post discusses cycling and sex health for both men and women.

Check it out here!

Parents of LGBTQ Teens May Struggle with "The Sex Talk"

While they know it's important, many parents feel awkward discussing sexual health with their teens. The situation might be especially challenging for parents of LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer) youth. 

A recent study in Sexuality Research and Social Policy shared parental perspectives. Some parents were unsure of how to explain the mechanics of LGBTQ sexuality because they had no direct experience themselves. 

What else did parents have to say? Find out here. 

Older Cancer Survivors Less Satisfied with Sex

Cancer and aging are two factors that can significantly impact a person's sex life. But how do the two factors compare? 

To answer that question, researchers asked almost 6,700 people over age 50 to complete a questionnaire about their sexual relationships, attitudes, and function. Seven percent of the men and 9% of the women had been diagnosed with cancer.

After comparing the cancer survivors with the cancer-free participants, the scientists found that they weren't much different, except for one factor - satisfaction.  Men and women who had a history of cancer tended to be less satisfied with their sex lives. 

The study was recently published in the journal Cancer. Read more.

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